Careers at UniSC

• School of Health | UniSC Sunshine Coast, Sippy Downs
• Academic Level B - $111,139 - $131,857 p.a., plus up to 17% employer superannuation
• Full-time, ongoing appointment (new position)

The School of Heath (SOH)

Where Passion Meets Impact - Join the School of Health!

Are you eager to make a difference in health education and research? Join our dedicated team of researchers and educators at the School of Health (SOH). We have a strong focus on cultivating healthy minds, bodies, and environments through our teaching, research, and outreach efforts. With a purpose that extends regionally and impacts globally, we are committed to advancing knowledge in the health sector and improving the well-being of our communities. Together, let's create healthier communities now and for the generations to come.

The Opportunity

Join our team, where you'll play a key role in delivering high-quality teaching and learning experiences in our Midwifery Programs. You'll drive exceptional graduate outcomes, lead curriculum delivery, and may also support the professional work-integrated learning portfolio, helping to shape the future of midwifery education.

For more information please visit us online: School of Health

You will:

• contribute to learning and teaching practices within the midwifery discipline;;
• supervise honours students and HDR candidates; 
• conduct “practitioner research” into learning and teaching and communicating the outcomes of that research;
• proactively contribute to successful grant applications, particularly external competitive grants; and 
• contribute to governance, coordination of and participation in the school capacity-building activities, and activities that contribute to the student experience.

About you:

Our ideal candidate will have strong midwifery subject matter expertise and a foundation in pedagogical principles. You will possess excellent communication skills and a passion for teaching and learning, with a student-centered approach that emphasises innovative and engaging methods. You’ll be skilled in implementing effective instructional strategies that enhance student learning outcomes while creating a supportive learning environment that fosters discipline and positivity. Additionally, you will design fair and relevant assessments to evaluate student progress and identify areas for improvement. With adaptability and flexibility, you will respond to diverse learning needs and adjust your teaching methods based on student feedback and emerging educational trends. You are committed to continuous professional development, actively seeking opportunities to expand your knowledge through workshops, conferences, and research to remain current in the field.

You will possess:

• completion or near-completion of a doctoral qualification in a relevant field;
• registration as a midwife with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA);
• proven track record as an effective teacher, the capacity to conceive, develop and deliver higher education curricula and contribute to relevant areas of teaching;
• sound and established track record of research activity commensurate with the level of the position;
• membership and sound connections with relevant professional bodies and community groups; and
• evidence of participation in academic development activities and the desire to continue to learn and improve as an effective academic.

Desirable

• experience undertaking academic administrative functions, e.g. course coordination, within a University; and
• postgraduate qualifications in higher education.

UniSC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, women in STEM, First Nations Peoples, and individuals of diverse cultures, genders, abilities, and experiences. We value achievement relative to opportunity and encourage your commentary on your achievements in this context. For additional support during the application process, please contact us at unisc-careers@usc.edu.au or call +61 7 5430 2830.

Position Description:  7186 Lecturer in Midwifery LB

UniSC values a diverse and talented workforce and invites applications from candidates who already have legal work rights in Australia.

Applications for this position close midnight, Monday, 2 December 2024.

Your completed application must include:

• a resume, and a response to selection criteria. Noting that within the application form, we will request a statement addressing each of the selection criteria contained within the position description.

Further information regarding how to prepare your application is available on our website: Join our team

UniSC does not accept unsolicited applications. For agency inquiries, contact unisc-careers@usc.edu.au

We would love the opportunity to get to know you better, but we know it works both ways. To get to know a little more about us, visit us at: Welcome to UniSC and LinkedIn Life

Have questions or want to know more? For a confidential discussion, please contact:

Associate Professor Terri Downer
Discipline Lead, Midwifery
Telephone: 07 5456 5765
Email: tdowner@usc.edu.au

Discover UniSC

We're all about doing work that matters, connecting with great people, and being part of an incredible journey. We’re not the biggest university. But we’re growing every day, and doing big things. Like ground-breaking research, championing sustainability, producing gold-winning athletes and award-winning alumni.

We're one of the fastest growing universities in Australia, growing to over 2,000 people across 5 campuses in South East Queensland.

Teaching excellence is at the heart of what we do, and our commitment to sustainability is integrated into our teaching, research, and daily operations. According to the 2023-24 Good Universities Guide we are Australia's highest rated public university for postgraduate teaching quality, skills development and student support and Australia's number one public university for overall postgraduate student experience. Our research tackles the most pressing challenges of our time, with 26 research fields ranked at or above world standard according to the Excellence in Research for Australia Rankings. In 2023 we recorded the biggest improvement in Australia for research quality, moving up more than 331 places in the world rank.

At UniSC you will have the opportunity to shape the educational landscape and inspire the minds of future generations. We foster a collaborative and supportive environment, encouraging continuous professional development and providing resources to enhance your teaching and research endeavours.

We recognise and value the contributions of each team member to our culture and success. We're not afraid to be different, and we're looking for people who share our values and want to be part of a team that is working together to improve our local and global challenges.

Our Culture & Benefits:

• Our collaborative, passionate and welcoming culture is what really sets us apart.
• Modern teaching & research facilities.
• Professional development and career pathway opportunities.
• We are a proud recipient of the prestigious Athena SWAN Bronze Award, granted as part of the Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) initiative.
• Flexible work arrangements & generous leave options.
• Salary packing options + 17% Super.
• EAP, fitness passport & discounted private health.